1. Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) Jessica Mellen Enos jessica_enos@iss.k12.nc.us (704) 832-2510

2. Expectations Be responsible Active participation Be respectful Cell phones Listen attentively Be kind Listen and respond appropriately to others

3. PBIS What is it? A proactive systems approach to school-wide discipline A collaborative process that focuses on prevention and instruction Promotes positive student and staff behavior Implemented consistently by staff and administration

4. Why PBIS? When a child can’t read, we: ______ When a child struggles in math, we: ______ When a child doesn’t know how to drive, we:______ When a child can’t swim, we:______ When a child struggles with behavior, we:_____?

5. Traditional vs. PBIS Traditional Focused on problem behavior Goal: to stop problem behavior using punishment PBIS Replace problem behavior with new behavior/skill Rewards appropriate behavior

6. Why PBIS? Behavior is learned and is functional Continued behavior  reinforcement Behavior communicates need Functions of behavior: Attain/avoid: attention, activity/tangible, sensory Instructional time and academic achievement are linked

7. Implementation School-wide expectations Behavior lesson plans Universal acknowledgements Universal consequences

8. Implementation Essential elements for success: Clear expectations and rules Clear communication Consistency Building relationships

9. Expectations Small group time: brainstorming what we expect in school Be prepared to share out 3-5 expectations

10. Rules Small group time: brainstorm what specific behaviors meet set expectations in each school setting: Write rule recommendations down to share with PBIS team to create matrix. - Classroom - Hallway - Cafeteria - Gym - Bus - Media Center - School grounds

11. Moving Forward Create a team Determine a school coach Examine data monthly Share data with all staff monthly Remain committed to your students and to each other

12. Wrap Up Implementation: 3-5 year process ODR data spikes: expected and okay! Prize time!